Ba Mien Bistro

This was a neat little place and wasn't quite sure what to expect as it's located in a run-down strip center on fm1960, but you're pleasantly surprised when you walk in! You order up at the counter and then they bring your food to your table. They offer a self serve iced tea or water and they also have a long list of other iced teas which I'll have to try next time. They have a great selection of Vietnamese dishes and looks like the Banh mi is a favorite here as several people ordered it. We started with a couple spring rolls with a yummy peanut sauce, they were a bit sticky but they tasted delicious! I got the combo vermicelli which came with your choice of 3 meats or egg roll, so I got the beef, chicken and egg roll. It was absolutely delicious!! The meat was tender and not dry, so flavorful and served with fish sauce and a good portion of noodles and veggies. You can add an egg to any dish for $1. My friend got the shaking beef and it looked delicious as well! The sauce and garlic on top of onions, noodles and veggies must've been good because my friend finished their plate! The seating area is casual but nicely decorated and the wall of pictures from Vietnam was fun to explore. During dinner there was a good flow of customers and I'm sure they're packed at lunch. Will be back!

WELL DONE! WELL DONE! (Clapping hands). Im glad I came across this little hidden gem,located in the Northside, where the food is phenomenal. The sandwiches are highly recommended where you experience some of the most delicious seasoned meat served in a fresh baked ba mien bread where the outside is crunchy and the bread is soft. I loved the pork egg rolls where you can tell the sweet and sour sauce is freshly made there. The atmosphere might as well be like Cheers where everybody knows your name. I noticed the returning customers where staff greeted them by their name. A very relaxed environment with relaxing music playing. A perfect place for a date or bring the family to enjoy the delicious food served at this place. Also the ice tea is so devine where its mixed with real fruit. Im definitely coming back a third time!